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Why We Sleep

Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams

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Why We Sleep

Auteur(s): Matthew Walker PhD
Narrateur(s): Steve West
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“Why We Sleep is an important and fascinating book…Walker taught me a lot about this basic activity that every person on Earth needs. I suspect his book will do the same for you.” —Bill Gates

A New York Times bestseller and international sensation, this “stimulating and important book” (Financial Times) is a fascinating dive into the purpose and power of slumber.

With two appearances on CBS This Morning and Fresh Air's most popular interview of 2017, Matthew Walker has made abundantly clear that sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life. Until very recently, science had no answer to the question of why we sleep, or what good it served, or why we suffer such devastating health consequences when it is absent. Compared to the other basic drives in life—eating, drinking, and reproducing—the purpose of sleep remains more elusive.

Within the brain, sleep enriches a diversity of functions, including our ability to learn, memorize, and make logical decisions. It recalibrates our emotions, restocks our immune system, fine-tunes our metabolism, and regulates our appetite. Dreaming creates a virtual reality space in which the brain melds past and present knowledge, inspiring creativity.

In this “compelling and utterly convincing” (The Sunday Times) book, preeminent neuroscientist and sleep expert Matthew Walker provides a revolutionary exploration of sleep, examining how it affects every aspect of our physical and mental well-being. Charting the most cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs, and marshalling his decades of research and clinical practice, Walker explains how we can harness sleep to improve learning, mood and energy levels, regulate hormones, prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s and diabetes, slow the effects of aging, and increase longevity. He also provides actionable steps towards getting a better night’s sleep every night.

Clear-eyed, fascinating, and accessible, Why We Sleep is a crucial and illuminating book. Written with the precision of Atul Gawande, Andrew Solomon, and Sherwin Nuland, it is “recommended for night-table reading in the most pragmatic sense” (The New York Times Book Review). Psychologie Psychologie et santé mentale Santé mentale Science Sciences biologiques Troubles du sommeil Troubles et maladies Cerveau humain Exercice physique Santé Inspirant Méditation Longévité Médecine Physiologie Maladie d\u2019Alzheimer Toxicomanie Cognitive Science
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Was a fantastic and interesting read. Found it particularly beneficial in seeing how sleep may be affecting those around me in addition to myself

Fantastic book!

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This is one of the most important books I've ever read. Every single person needs this.

Changed my life

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If you sleep (which you do), a must read. Life changing material. An eye opening experience.

Mandatory book

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This is a great book. We often overlook sleep as something that isn’t important, and it’s often the first thing that goes to the chopping block when schedules become tight. This book explains how sleep is important. “Why We Sleep” is as interesting (an enjoyable book) as it is informative. This is one of my favourite Audiobooks.

Everyone should read this

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I'm not usually a fan of fear-motivation. This is like reading a book about global warming that doesn't sugar coat anything. It might provoke you into action, or it might freeze you in despair. If you have any surgeries or flights booked, and are prone to worrying, this might not be the best read. It's important - don't get me wrong - but if you read this book you might start panicking about how much sleep your doctor or pilot got, and then NOBODY will be relaxed enough to sleep!

That said - I loved this book. I needed to hear it. I've slept with it playing many times - and the author says he approves if you fall asleep during this book! You'll retain it better. ;)

It is serious. The voice is serious and strangely hypnotic. Amazing stories about the impact of sleep and alcohol on learning and retaining information. This book will really hammer home the importance of sleep and might just be the motivator for you to take advantage of this miracle "cure" you have access to every night.

Hauntingly Motivating

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